No, Despicable Me 5 is not currently confirmed. There has been no formal announcement regarding a fifth installment in the main Despicable Me film series.
While the future of the franchise remains a topic of speculation among fans, the focus has recently been on the latest release.
Despicable Me 4 Release Timeline
The development and release of the previous film, Despicable Me 4, provide context for the typical timeline of the franchise:
| Movie Title | Initial Plans in Place | Formal Announcement | Theatrical Debut |
|---|---|---|---|
| Despicable Me 4 | As early as 2017 | 2022 | July 3, 2024 |
As seen from the table, there can be a significant gap between preliminary planning and a formal announcement. For Despicable Me 4, initial plans were in motion as early as 2017, but the official confirmation didn't come until five years later, in 2022, ahead of its July 2024 release.
What This Means for Despicable Me 5
The absence of a confirmation for Despicable Me 5 at this time simply indicates that Universal Pictures and Illumination have not yet greenlit the project publicly. Future installments in successful animated franchises often depend on various factors, including the box office performance of the most recent film and the creative direction for continuing the story.
Fans will need to await official announcements from the studio for any news regarding the continuation of Gru and the Minions' adventures beyond Despicable Me 4.
